Ophthalmic Photographer- Full-time Days Job at Northwestern Medicine Central DuP

divh2Ophthalmic Photographer- Full-time Days/h2pThe Ophthalmic Photographer reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organizations Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards./ppThe Ophthalmic Photographer is responsible for the technical support of physicians and sub-specialists in the Department of Ophthalmology. This includes various tests such as angiographic and photographic tests to be performed, as well as patient interaction under the direct supervision of the imaging lab supervisor, physicians, and/or other certified staff within the imaging lab./ppResponsibilities:/pulliPerformance and documentation requirements per physician expectations special testing./liliKnowledge of ophthalmic imaging preferred (Color fundus photos, OCT, Fluorescein Angiogram, Slit Lamp Photo)./liliRoom preparation and equipment maintenance, laboratory stock and cleaning./liliOrdering of supplies including laboratory supplies, medications, ocular supplies, instruments, etc./liliFunctions as an integral part of the patient care team and promotes patient satisfaction by interacting with patients in a professional, friendly manner./liliAccepts and performs delegated responsibilities in a positive manner. Offers assistance to others./liliAttends and participates in staff meetings. Communicates appropriately and effectively with patients and patient care team (in the office and on the phone)/liliPerforms delegated procedures common to the specialty area in a safe, effective, and efficient manner (see specialty practice addendum)/liliPerforms all other duties as assigned by the Physician, Supervisor or Manager as deemed appropriate/li/ulpRequired:/pulliHigh School diploma./lili1-2 years prior experience in an ophthalmology role./liliBasic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification./li/ulpPreferred:/pulliBachelors Degree or equivalent experience./liliPrevious experience in ophthalmic photography./liliCertification as a Retinal Angiographer when eligible./li/ulpNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status./ppBackground Check/ppNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act./ppArtificial Intelligence Disclosure/ppArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person./ppBenefits/ppWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit the Benefits section to learn more./ppSign-on Bonus Eligibility: Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family./p/div